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Welsh Moonflower

2D Mythology posted on Apr 19, 2008
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These are likenesses of the Welsh Moonflower in positive and negative phase. The original sketches were made at great personal risk, which I hope was worth the effort. The Welsh Moonflower [floraluna cambria maritimis] grows sparsely on sheltered south facing cliffs. It blooms only at full or new moon - positive phase at full, negative at new. Flower colour is vivid and very variable, and although the picotee petals are extremely delicate and easily disturbed, the stems are unbelievably tough. The lacy edge to the petal is made by the larva of the rare Cliff-hanger Moth - an excellent biological example of commensalism. If you're foolhardy enough to scale the sheer cliff-faces where they grow, you will need wire-cutters to gather them ... that is, if you can stand the eerie wailing sound [much like a distressed infant] which the plants emit when severed and which attaches itself permanently to the perpetrator. I would advise the curious among you to content yourself by viewing the picture ...

Comments (20)


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RodolfoCiminelli

5:27AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Excellent, original and very creative realization my friend.....!!!

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algra

6:36AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Splendid work and very interesting information! Nice weekend!

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leanndra

6:51AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Very beautiful work Mike! Lea

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beachzz

9:15AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Beautiful images, I love the two different looks, very effective~~!!

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romanceworks

10:20AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

There is a moonflower in the tropics that opens to full bloom with the moon, then fades with the dawn. Your images, and accompanying story are fascinating. A flower that wails when cut is so tragically romantic. CC

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dhanco

11:13AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Beautiful flower and such interesting information about it. I've never heard of a flower that cries, kind of sad.

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hipps13

11:38AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Hi Mike That would hurt me knees if I heard that cry I would rather sit and admire then to cut Wonderful work and learned something new sweet smile to you warm hug, Linda

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BlueLotus7

11:42AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

I love the print,Mike...but are ya pullin' me leg with a bit of the Welsh blarney? LOL If this is the result of a coupla pints of stout then count me in and save me a place! :D

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Blush

11:54AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Oh I grow moonflowers Love the pics:) They burst open at dusk then close at dawn I have yet to hear them cry when they do think that will end the growing phase with me.... I feel halfway decent this morning thus the view and comment:) Twould make a good fairy tale......the story with the moonflower Hugs Susan~

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Meisiekind

11:58AM | Sat, 19 April 2008

What a fascinating and astounding story. The images are stunning Mike and I have decided to content myself by viewing the pictures. Great work as always my dear friend. Hugs, Carin xx

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amota99517

1:18PM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Love the way your framed your images. It really gives them such a nice presence. Great story too.

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kansas

3:07PM | Sat, 19 April 2008

Most beautiful. Interesting info about these lovely flowers.

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auntietk

3:40PM | Sat, 19 April 2008

I will take you at your word, my friend, and content myself with viewing your beautiful artwork. I appreciate your bravery, and your willingness to do whatever it takes to bring us this lovely image.

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helanker

1:41AM | Sun, 20 April 2008

This is so beautiful and like the differents very much. Exiting Artwork, my friend.

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amirapsp

10:38AM | Mon, 21 April 2008

Such beauty...Hugs

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busi2ness

10:08PM | Mon, 21 April 2008

What a story and a touch of a fable as I neared the end of your text. Don't tell me, I don't want to know if it's true or not...

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A_Sunbeam

6:32AM | Tue, 22 April 2008

Nice work - and love the colours! Your borders are always special.

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novelist

8:33AM | Tue, 29 April 2008

Beautiful. I love your style. Love the story that goes with it.

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elisheba

11:47PM | Tue, 06 May 2008

what an interesting and unusual making off for this image! I always love to know how things are born and made... when clicking on the picture... I wasn't waiting for such a story! Dangerous sketches... and lovely result:)

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lucyjo

6:49AM | Sun, 18 May 2008

I love this!


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